St. Petersburg Yacht Charter
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Overview
Florida’s Gulf Coast is known for its glorious beaches and an average of 361 days of sunshine per year. From St. Petersburg Beach down to the Florida Keys, sunset is nature’s show-stopping finale to the end of every day on the water around here. A wealth of great seafood restaurants, beach bars and marinas to choose from make for the most relaxing vacation in these southern parts of the continental U.S.A. For the fishing enthusiasts, the Gulf and Intercoastal waterways are teeming with different species of fish, like tarpon, grouper, and redfish, all year round. Shell seekers will delight on the beaches of Captiva and Sanibel Island, and dolphin spotters won’t be disappointed either. The calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are ideal for kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding as you cruise from one laid-back destination to the next. Charming downtown St. Petersburg has a variety of grocery and liquor stores, specialty boutiques, and stores, making it easy to pick up everything you may need to prepare for the vacation of a lifetime.
Cruising in St. Petersburg
A yacht charter from St. Petersburg, Florida, offers a unique combination of steady winds, year-round sunshine, short passages between seaside towns, secluded anchorages, and fine marinas. Winds generally average 8 to 10 knots throughout the year with direction N – NW, making this region superb for a relaxing vacation with all the satisfaction that comes from enjoying time on the water. Air temperatures average between 67°F and 82°F (18°C – 27°C) and the water temperature averages a pleasant 76°F (24°C).
St. Petersburg Highlights
While the city of St. Petersburg on Florida’s Gulf Coast itself already offers its visitors a lot of attractions, like the world-famous Salvador Dali Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, the historic Sunken Gardens, a variety of craft breweries, and a plethora of fine dining and shopping along Beach Drive, there is also plenty to discover in the waters offshore. With the cruising grounds spanning across some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida, you have the opportunity to visit notable locations like Egmont Key State Park, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater Beach, Captiva Island, and Sanibel Island. Experienced boaters can even make their way down to Key West and the Dry Tortugas.
Choose Your Yacht
Please note: Charters leaving from St. Petersburg Florida are provided by Sailing Florida with their own fleet and staff. Sailing Florida Terms & Conditions apply. No credit certificates or discounts, e.g. Captain's Rewards or Special Offers, apply in this destination.
Name
Heads
AC


Jeanneau 349
Seachel


Jeanneau 389
Reaching Heaven


Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
Zeitgeist


Catalina 445
Serenity


Beneteau Oceanis 45
Andiamo


Jeanneau 479
Breaking Away


Jeanneau 490
Casbah II


Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
Apollo


Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40
Aqua Dream


Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40
Brave Coquina


Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42
Southern Accent


Jeanneau Leader 36
Hanabikos


Fountaine Pajot M/Y 37
Exhale


Fountaine Pajot M/Y 44
Wine Knot Another